Safe Space from the Workplace

In this episode, Karen Fullerton-Chalmers, the Prevention and Community Engagement Manager at Action Against Stalking, discusses the history, mission, and services of the charity. Founded in 2014 by stalking survivor Ann Moulds, the charity aims to raise awareness, provide training, and support victims through various methods, including a CBT therapist. Karen elaborates on the importance of using an empowerment model, recognising different stalking behaviors, and implementing anti-stalking policies in workplaces. She also touches on the challenges of addressing both physical and cyber stalking, the role of technology, and the importance of maintaining evidence. Karen encourages organisations to prioritise safety, keep open lines of communication, and utilise resources such as the Hollie Guard app for personal security.

 You can find out more about Action Against Stalking here

https://www.actionagainststalking.org/

 You can find more information about the Hollie Guard app here

https://hollieguard.com/

 You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

 Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

 This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

 If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

 If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

 Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

 Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

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In this episode, Natalie Ellis, founder and director of Rebox HR, discusses the intricacies of handling grievances in the workplace. Based in Daventry, Northamptonshire, Rebox HR supports small businesses across the UK with their HR needs. Natalie explains the distinction between general complaints and formal grievances, emphasising the importance of following proper procedures and documentation. She addresses common issues faced by employees and employers, including the impact of remote work on grievances and the significance of having clear, accessible grievance policies. Natalie also highlights the role of trade unions and professional HR consultancies, like Rebox HR, in providing necessary support and training to ensure effective management of employment issues.

You can find Natalie here

https://reboxhr.co.uk/

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pamela Windle, a Certified Woman's Health Coach from Nottingham, discusses her personal and professional journey addressing women's health issues, particularly menopause, in the workplace. 

Pamela shares her story from struggling in school, working in health and fitness, facing health challenges, and eventually finding her calling as a women's health advocate. 

Her experience with perimenopause and subsequent health transformation led her to work with organisations to implement supportive workplace policies and practices. 

Pamela emphasises the importance of recognising and addressing women's health issues in the workplace, not just through awareness but by providing practical support and understanding. She also discusses her educational experiences and overcoming misconceptions about menopause, aiming to change cultural perspectives on women's health. 

Pamela provides guidance on how employers can create a more inclusive and supportive work environment. She also highlights the economic impact of not supporting women's health in the workplace and encourages a broader conversation about these topics.

You can find Pamela here

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-windle-she-her-/

https://www.smarterchange.co.uk/

You can download the BSI workplace document that Pamela talks about here

https://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB/insights-and-media/insights/brochures/bs-30416-menstruation-menstrual-health-and-menopause-in-the-workplace/

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Maddy Alexander Grout, an ADHD money and business specialist, shares her insights and personal experiences with neurodiversity in the workplace. She discusses the importance of recognizing and leveraging the strengths of neurodivergent employees, while also highlighting the challenges they face such as the need for routine and appropriate support. 

Maddy emphasises the value of inclusive work environments, the benefits of access to work programs, and the positive impact of understanding and accommodating neurodivergent individuals. She also reflects on her journey towards self-employment and the creation of supportive communities for neurodivergent people.

You can find Maddy here

https://www.linkedin.com/in/maddyalexander-grout-mad-about-money/

https://madaboutmoneyofficial.co.uk/

 You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

 Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

 This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

 If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

 If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

 Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

 Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Amitty, the founder of Mangrove, shares her experiences of dealing with challenging workplace environments, particularly focusing on women's health issues and mental health in the tech and fintech industries. Through her journey from consulting roles with major companies like Amazon to launching Mangrove, Amity discusses the systemic issues she faced, including overwork, toxic work environments, and lack of support for women's health. 

She also highlights the creation of Mangrove as a solution to create resilient and operationally viable businesses. Amitty's insights shed light on the importance of better policies, data utilisation, and individualised employee care in fostering positive workplace cultures.

Trigger Warning : This episode contains discussion of miscarriage.

You can find Amitty here 

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mangrove-technology

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

 If you need help or support following a miscarriage, you can contact Maternity Action

https://maternityaction.org.uk/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of Safe Space from the Workplace is a summary episode of the last 5 episodes, where Wendy and Kate discuss key points and what they have learnt from each.

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trigger warning : Discussions include experiences of suicide.

 In this heartfelt conversation, Stu and Alex, the founder and Chief Development Officer of Tough Enough to Care, share their personal journeys and the mission behind their charity. The discussion delves into Stu's life in male-dominated environments, the tragic loss of friends to suicide, and the realisation that mental health issues are not a sign of weakness.

Alex details his own struggles with mental health, self-harm, and the turning point initiated by Stu's candid social media post. 

Together, they explain how Tough Enough to Care supports individuals through peer groups, text services, and educational talks, focusing on male-dominated spaces like sports clubs and workplaces. The founders emphasize the importance of open communication, recognising signs of distress, and breaking generational stigma around mental health. 

They also highlight the innovative approach of their Flaming Unicorns rugby team, which uses sport to foster mental health conversations and build support networks.

 You can learn more about the charity to get help or to make a donation, here https://toughenoughtocare.help/

 You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

 Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

 This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

 If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

 If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

 Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

 Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Navigating Redundancy and Career Transformations with Tineke Thomas

In this episode, Tineke Thomas, a career and creativity coach, discusses how to handle job redundancy and transform career challenges into opportunities. She emphasises the importance of being aware of industry signals, understanding employment contracts, and preparing for potential job changes by updating CVs and networking. Tineke also introduces her 'Career Change Journey Graphic' and shares insights on how visual representation of career milestones can boost self-awareness and confidence. She encourages listeners to seek support and view changes as opportunities for growth.

You can find Tineke here  www.tineketammescoaching.com and you can book your amazing Visual Coaching session here https://www.tineketammescoaching.com/your-career-story.  Tineke has a newsletter, called Career Freedom, which you can sign up for here https://tineketammes.substack.com .

 You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

 Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

 This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

 If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

 If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123  https://www.samaritans.org/

 Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

 Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the 'Safe Space from the Workplace' podcast, we speak with Mouna Laaragat a trauma-informed mindset coach and founder of The Grit Makers. Mouna shares her insights and expertise on burnout, highlighting early warning signs, workplace culture issues, and the importance of setting boundaries. She discusses the damaging effects of the 'keep pushing' mentality and the need for resilient leadership. Mouna also explains how her company helps organisations and individuals improve mental well-being through workshops, coaching, and well-being programs. The conversation touches on the broader impact of COVID-19 on workplace mental health and the need for systemic changes and greater awareness.

You can find Mouna here https://grit-makers.com/ and sign up for her No Burnout Club here https://grit-makers.com/join-the-no-burnout-club.

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Helen Rimmer, founder of the Kind, Brave Leader and author of 'The Kind Librarian,' shares her journey of dealing with workplace toxicity, legacy toxicity, and upward bullying. With a background in the psychology of kindness and well-being, Helen offers insights into how ingrained toxic behaviors in organisations can be systematically addressed. She also emphasises the importance of psychological safety, the need for supportive and kind organisational cultures, and practical advice for individuals stuck in toxic work environments. Helen's experience and dedication to fostering kinder, healthier workplaces provide valuable lessons for leaders and employees alike.

You can find Helen here

www.thekindbraveleader.co.uk

https://thekindbraveleader.substack.com/p/unraveling-legacy-toxicity

You can email your questions and dilemmas to us on [email protected]

Listen to Wendy and her cohost, Shane Waters on Foul Play Crime Series, wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.itsfoulplay.com/

This episode is sponsored by Hippo Accountants – discount code for our listeners is SAFE for 50% off a tax consultation. https://hippoaccountants.com/tax-consultation/

If you would like free impartial advice on a workplace issue, you can call ACAS  on 0300 123 1100 https://www.acas.org.uk/

If you have workplace issue relating to pregnancy, then you can contact Pregnant Then Screwed https://pregnantthenscrewed.com/

 And the Samaritans are always there to listen, their number is 116 123 https://www.samaritans.org/

Our intro and outro music is Storm Before the Calm.  Interludes are, The Future is Bright and Digital Dreams. All by LNDO.

Stay Safe and remember …………. You are not alone !

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.